Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. F. Kennedy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J. F. Kennedy Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Winooski, VT, covering approximately 1.5 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. F. Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
J. F. Kennedy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. F. Kennedy Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#274 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
2%
Hispanic
8%
4%
Black
23%
3%
White
43%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. F. Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
J. F. Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #274 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are J. F. Kennedy Elementary School often compared to?
J. F. Kennedy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C. P. Smith School, Milton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend J. F. Kennedy Elementary School?
421 students attend J. F. Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of J. F. Kennedy Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. F. Kennedy Elementary School?
J. F. Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does J. F. Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
J. F. Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J. F. Kennedy Elementary School part of?
J. F. Kennedy Elementary School is part of Winooski Incorporated School District.
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